Houston

There is an upcoming art show for politically and socially minded art here in the Houston area. This show will run from today through Sunday, June 10th. The show runs from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM Friday, 2 PM -10 PM on Saturday and 1-5 PM on Sunday. Here is the Facebook page for this […]
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Here is a picture I took on a Houston street a few days ago that seems metaphoric of many things in life. You are offered two options so long as you stop and realize that one of the options is a dead end. Often we are told we have a choice, but in practical terms […]
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Last week I ran on the blog the picture you see above and the text you see below– Here are some folks who were using the forum provided by the Iraq veterans parade in Houston this past Sunday to promote two anti-immigrant ballot initiatives for the City of Houston 2012 ballot. These folks are free […]
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I remain strongly opposed to the mean-spirited Houston anti-food sharing ordinance, and will continue to criticize Mayor Parker when she merits criticism. It turns out to be fairly often that I feel Mayor Parker merits criticism. On the other hand, the City of Houston Sobering Center announced a few weeks ago will keep people out […]
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There are two upcoming events to protest the ongoing efforts of Houston Mayor Annise Parker and Houston City Council to criminalize many acts of sharing food with the homeless in Houston. Both protests are taking place on Tuesday, April 3. Here is the first event– Those wanting to share food with one another can gather in […]
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(Blogger’s Note 11/8/11—Election Day is here. This was first posted two weeks ago.) It is time for our Houston municipal elections. (Above–Houston City Hall.) General Election Day is November 8. Here is a link to help you find out where to vote. Who can a liberal or progressive support in these elections? As is so […]
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Below are five photos from Occupy Houston that I yesterday. The Occupy Houston has been going on for a week so far. 1. New participants are always welcome. 2. Each day there is an agenda. 3. If you come to visit or to stay overnight–There will be some healthy food for you to eat. 4. […]
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Houston municipal elections are just weeks away. (Above–Photo montage of Houston by Yassie.) October 11 is the last day to register to vote. Early voting runs October 24–November 4. Election Day is November 8. Voters in Houston will be selecting a Mayor, the City Controller, 5 at-large citywide Council positions, and 11 district Council seats. Who […]
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